Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
Tonbridge
Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week
Salary: £32,432 + £1,200 shift allowance
Shifts: Monday to Friday, alternating weekly between 6:00 am-2:00 pm and 2:00 pm-10:00 pm
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a manufacturing team in Tonbridge. This is a hands-on role working across a wide range of equipment, ensuring machinery runs efficiently, safely, and reliably.
The Role
* Carry out preventative maintenance tasks on critical plant items
* Respond to breakdowns and undertake repairs to minimise downtime
* Support continuous improvement projects to increase productivity and reliability
* Work on new equipment installations, refurbishments, and modifications
* Perform general engineering workshop duties including welding (MIG/MMA), fabrication, machining, and sheet metal work
* Maintain and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems
* Ensure all work is completed in line with safety standards and procedures
About You
* Recognised engineering qualifications in a mechanical discipline
* Broad general engineering workshop skills
* Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, fans, and mechanical drives
* Ability to fault-find and carry out effective repairs
* Own transport due to limited public transport links
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Competitive salary with shift allowance
* Opportunity to work on varied and challenging equipment
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